Homestead, Horse Ranch, Livestock Farm, Orchard

Sachsen

4 reviews • Updated 2 years ago

LAGE: Der Hof befindet sich im Flusstal der Bobritzsch in einem langgezogenen untererzgebirgischen Waldhufendorf. Niederbobritzsch liegt zwischen Freiberg und Freital bei Dresden. Unmittelbar an den Hof grenzen sowohl die Dorfstraße als auch die Garten-, Wiesen- und Obstgehölzflächen. BESCHREIBUNG: Der Hof war eine der mittelalterlichen Ausspannen, d. h. eine Herberge an einer Handelsstraße mit Möglichkeit zur Pferdeunterbringung. Das denkmalgerecht sanierte alte Hauptgebäude beherbergt heute ein Seminarzentrum für Ernährung und Hauswirtschaft und ist Wohnhaus. Die geräumige Lehrküche und die urigen Säle werden gern für Kochkurse und Feiern gebucht. Daneben entwickelt sich ein biozertifizierter Landwirtschaftsbetrieb mit permakultureller Orientierung. Im Mittelpunkt steht dabei die Kräuter- und Obstspezialitätenproduktion. Dazu wird der Hausgarten nach historischen Vorbildern umgebaut und die uralte Streuobstwiese gepflegt und entwickelt. Die Lebensmittel werden entweder selbst produziert oder von anderen Biohöfen bezogen. Die beiden Pferde des Hofes verdienen bei der Vereinsarbeit (Voltigieren) und beim therapeutischen Reiten mit behinderten oder traumatisierten Kindern ihr Heu. Sie werden robust gehalten, d. h. sie können jederzeit ihren eingestreuten Offenstall aufsuchen und haben viel Bewegung auf Paddock und Koppel. Wir (Feli und Micha) leben und arbeiten gern mit Menschen zusammen, die auf der Suche nach Lebensalternativen sind. Auch und weil wir in unsere Jobs eingebunden sind, mit denen wir den Hof finanzieren, und noch nicht so alternativ und autark leben können, wie wir das gerne möchten. Aber alles entwickelt sich - Schritt für Schritt. ______________________________________ ENGLISH: LOCATION: The farm is located in the river valley of the Bobritzsch in a long-drawn forest. Niederbobritzsch is located between Freiberg and Freital near Dresden. Directly bordering the farm are the the village road as well as the garden, meadows and fruit wooded areas. DESCRIPTION: The farm was one of the mediaeval huts, that meant to be a hostel on a commercial street with the possibility of horse riding. The old main building, which has been restored as a listed building, today houses a seminar center for food and housekeeping and is a residential building. The spacious teaching room and the rustic halls are often booked for cooking classes and celebrations. In addition, a biocertified farm with a permaculture orientation is developing. The focus is on herbal and fruit specialties. For this purpose, the house garden is rebuilt according to historical examples and the old orchard cultivated and developed. The foodstuffs are either produced by ourselves or purchased from other organic farms. The two horses of the farm deserve their hay during the work of the association (vaulting) and during therapeutic riding with handicapped or traumatized children. They are kept robust, that means that they can at any time visit their disused open space and have a lot of movement on paddock. We (Feli and Micha) live and work together with people who are looking for life alternatives. Also, and because we are involved in our jobs with which we can finance the farm, and can not yet live as alternative and self-sufficient as we would like. But everything is evolving - step by step. Certifications: ABCert / Bioland-Betrieb Type of work: Unterstützung bei der Biotop-Pflege, in der Landwirtschaft (Heuernte, Obsternte) und in der Huaswirtschaft (Brotbacken, Marmeladen kochen u.v.m.). Einzelprojekte (Pflege- oder Baumaßnahmen) werden ausgeschrieben. Support in the biotope care, in the agriculture (haying, obsessive) and in the house keeping (bread baking, jam cooking etc.). Individual projects (nursing or construction measures) are published.

Learning opportunities

Vegetable farming

Fruit or nut farming

Poultry farming

Sheep or goat farming

Aromatic or medicinal plants, teas

Meat processing

Vegetable or fruit preservation

Bakery

Food justice / sovereignty

Methods or systems

Permaculture

Host type

Production farm

Certified organic

Accommodation

2 WWOOFers

Bedroom

Children accepted

Pets not accepted

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Omnivore

Vegetarian

Vegan

Length of stay

1 day (local)

Weekend

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Felicitas

Member since 2015

Languages spoken: English, German

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Sachsen

Der Hof ist gut zu Fuß, per Auto, per Bus, per Bahn zu erreichen. Die Bushaltestellen sind max. 100 m, der Bahnhof Niederbobritzsch etwa 3 km (von dort immer flußabwärts) entfernt. Parkmöglichkeiten gibts im Hof. The farm is easy to reach

Reviews

Andreia

Germany • January 2026

Feli and Micha are rare people who truly make a difference in the world and can touch people's lives. Whether it is about sharing useful knowledge, teaching emotional regulation with bow shooting and horse riding or creating authentic connections around a delicious meal, their approach will undeniably leave a mark on you. I spent a few days in the winter time. Activities were plenty, although different from the summer, yet just as interesting and enriching. I left inspired, grounded and grateful for the experience. I will gladly go again!

Veronika

Czechia • October 2023

Visiting this farm was the best decision. Feli and Micha are really good people with a good heart. They welcomed us to their family and farm. We learned so much there. They grew close to our hearts in such a short time. We can only recommend this farm to you.

Denise

United Kingdom • January 2023

We were so fortunate to spend time on this small farm. We were collected from Dresden and thought we would go straight to work but was treated to some sightseeing in The area. The first thing I noticed was what kind, gentle and relaxed people they were. On arriving at the farm we were pleasantly surprised how clean organised and hospitable to home was and how well appointed the guest room was. The farm is small and the work we were involved in was mainly with the horses and help out and learn skills in the kitchen: As it was the Christmas season it was quiet. We were fed and watered very well. We also learnt a lot about farming and horses.Felicita and Micha are great hosts and allowed us time to ourselves whilst including us in activities including , sightseeing and dinners. We were so fortunate to meet these Woofers. I know other woofers personally and they are less organised and also have different life styles. I have sung the praises of my experience far and wide and would encourage you to reach out and try.

Donato

Germany • August 2022

Lieber Michael, liebe Felicitas, Doro und ich hatten großen Spaß, es war eine großartige Erfahrung, sich mal die Ärmel hochzukrempeln und praktische Tätigkeiten anzupacken. Ihr habt einen schönen Hof, wir haben uns sehr gefreut über den Rundgang in der Stadt Freiberg am letzten Tag, und ich habe viel über die regionale Geschichte erfahren. Ich wünsche euch alles Gute Donato